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12 Jun 2010
June 12th, 7:08am 11 comments

Back at 14,000' Camp

Dave called late last night and reported the team has aborted their summit attempt and has descended to 14,000' camp.  The weather forecast through the weekend and into the beginning of the week called for snow and wind.  They did not feel they could make a safe summit attempt.  They will start down towards base camp today.  How far down the mountain they go today depends on weather conditions and strength of the team.  Dave said the team is in great spirits and that they truly enjoyed the experience. I'm sure their thoughts now are for a shower, burger and a beer!     
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Comments (11)

Jun 12, 2010
melodee kelly said...
Thinking of you...Stay strong...come home safe. Love you MK
Jun 12, 2010
Charlie Winger said...
Nice try guys. The weather report looked dreadful so be careful getting back down.
Jun 12, 2010
Josh Burk & Camey Gregson said...
Good try guys! I'm sure the experience and views were well worth it! Be careful getting back. Love You Dad
Jun 12, 2010
Jean Trousdale said...
Tough decision, good decision. You guys and the mountain will all live to see another day. Congratulations.
Jean
Jun 12, 2010
Brian Burke said...
Joe make it home safe, can't wait to hear about the trip at my bachelor party. Love you bro I,m sure you guys made the right tough decision.
Jun 12, 2010
Sharon said...
Dave, Kenny and team...Bummer about the weather but alas Denali will be there tomorrow...Any good mountaineer can make the effort, but a GREAT and ADMIRED mountaineer knows when it is time to call it a day...so proud of you all for a HUGE accomplishment! Looking forward to hearing your stories. Safe travels home
Jun 12, 2010
Steve and Gale said...
To Billy and all the team: We're damn proud of ya. The mountain will always be there. Be safe. We love you all.
Jun 13, 2010
agnes said...
Sorry you had to give up, been there, done that, the mountain will always be there, you can try again, three is a charm Dave, keep safe is rule number one.
Jun 13, 2010
Roy Wallen said...
Congratulations on the progress. Good decision to retreat and prepare for another attempt at another time. To paraphrase Hillary, there's much to be said for making it back down the mountain.
Jun 13, 2010
Spookymike said...
Best wishes for a continued safe return. Go home and savor the warmth and sunshine of Colorado for a while. Denali will be there when the time is right. Be prepared to tell us some terrific tall tales at Tahoe.
Jun 14, 2010
Mars Girl said...
Oh, man, so sorry the weather didnt work out for you! Bummer! But I'm glad no one got reckless in their summit fever... you can live to climb another day. Good job, guys!

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